Luxury

Alcohol-free club for agents to shake up industry networking

It’s time for the travel industry to start accommodating non-drinkers, says Theo Hitchcock, regional MyLER manager for UK and Northern Europe at Little Emperors.

Hot new Middle East & Africa hotels agents need to know about

The diverse region has plenty of new properties on offer this year from Dubai’s latest palatial resorts to getting up close to Africa’s wildlife at safari camps

Top agent plans epic 70-day no-fly trip from Belfast to China

The journey took 70 days and included nine legs.

From river to rail: Uniworld hosts 70 agents on iconic train

Uniworld and Golden Eagle Luxury Trains hosted 70 agents for lunch onboard an exclusive Danube rail experience following the Clia RiverView conference

From hi-tech to tradition: this Swiss ski resort has it all

Flims offers up quite a few surprises for this accomplished skier, from unusual ‘taxis’ in the sky, to fondue sessions in gondolas on the ground – and of course vast and excellent snowy terrain.

Luxury agent's clever strategy for staying in touch with clients year-round

Emily Grace has launched a luxury wellness agency that plans more than just holidays for health-conscious travellers.

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Orient Express La Minerva

Italy has an enduring attraction among luxury clients but there’s even more of a renaissance this year with excitement mounting as Orient Express prepares to open its first hotel. Orient Express La Minerva in Rome will also connect with the brand’s new La Dolce Vita Orient Express trains.

Agent ‘blown away’ by client’s souvenir after whirlwind India itinerary

Luxury travel advisor Victoria Bebb says she is keen to continue working with British artist Jemma Powell following the success of the trip.

Agent's ‘perfect’ place for finding family clients after winning TTG Luxury award

Claire Masse of Frangipani Holidays shares her top marketing insights after winning New Travel Designer of the Year at the TTG Luxury Travel Awards 2025.

Carrier names top agents ahead of Retreat 2025

The luxury tour operator recognised 30 trade partners at its annual awards ceremony in London on Thursday.

Palladium Hotel Group to bring adults-only TRS brand to Jamaica

Palladium will invest $20 million in renovating its Montego Bay resort to bring its adults-only brand, TRS Hotels, to Jamaica

It's time to put agents over influencers: ‘We're selling, not inspiring’

Lotte Gossage is determined to support agents with her exclusive network, Hotel Fam Club.

Orient Express to launch world's largest yacht next summer

Orient Express Corinthian will take to the seas for the first time next summer.

What it’s like to ride Japan’s most exclusive sleeper train

Travellers must enter a ballot for the chance to secure a cabin on the The Seven Stars in Kyushu.

Gold Medal unveils fam trip 'hub' with exclusive offers for agents

The UK tour operator is continuing to invest in trade education after hosting more than 200 agents across 35 fam trips last year.

Beachcomber and Exoticca team up with ex-A&K head of agency sales' new venture

Richard Hey has revealed he has set up his own B2B representation company after leaving Abercrombie & Kent UK last week

TTG Luxury Travel Awards 2025 winners revealed

We are thrilled to bring you the winners for the TTG Luxury Travel Awards 2025!

Winners crowned at TTG Luxury Travel Awards 2025

Oasis Portfolio of Luxury Travel, Panache Cruises and Grecotel scooped two trophies apiece and the founders of Black Tomato were honoured for their industry contribution at the TTG Luxury Travel Awards 2025

Virtuoso boosts UK membership as part of global footprint expansion

The luxury travel network has welcomed four new UK agencies since 2024.

Homeworking agency opens first retail store with ‘sentimental’ backstory

Travology Travel has announced the Yorkshire agency as the first retail store in its collection.

Agents hail Grecotel as client expectations for luxury European trips rise

Elite advisors praised the Greek hotel brand for meeting the standards of their customers during an exclusive lunch event.

Gold Medal brands launch fam trip hub for agents to share knowledge

Gold Medal and dnata UK B2B brands have launched an online hub for agents to share their experiences of fam trips

Cunard reveals first wave of 2025 educational opportunities for agents

The luxury line expects more than 250 agents to benefit from one of the ship visits or fam trips on offer and plans to announce more ship visits in autumn this year

Sani-Ikos group to boost support for agents with trade-focused hiring spree

Six new roles have been created to support travel agents and tour operators